Joy
false
Are we orthodox christians?
yes
What do we rejoice in as christians?
God, the Bible, the church
Does chastity teach self control?
yes
Did Adam's sin only affect him or the entire human race?
the entire human race
What was Samuel's role?
Prophet
What is original sin?
When is the best time to fight temptation?
persuasion stage, as early as possible
Does the devil tempt those with weak spiritual lives more?
no
who wrote the book of revelations?
St John the Beloved
Why is it ok to date for fun?
TRICK QUESTION! ITS NEVER OK TO DATE FOR FUN
What does hoos or canticle mean?
praise
Name 3 things required before dating?
security of all aspects, knowing God on a deep level, knowing self on a deep level, etc
In Revelations 7:14 what/who does the word "Lamb" refer to?
Our Savior
sing 1 hymn from midnight praises
good job (I hope)
Why didn't God simply forgive Adam and Eve?
Because God is just and death is the consequence of sin
St James was the bishop of which city?
Jerusalem
How long did St Anthony live in a cave?
20 years
separation from God
what is chastity
refraining fron sexual desires
What is the reference for the verse "You shall surely rejoice"
Dueteronomy 16:15
Name 5 parts of midnight praises
tenthino, canticles/hoos/lobsh, Aripsalin, tenoweh ensok,commemoration of saints, doxologies, psali, theotokia, difnar, conclusion
What are 3 benefits of spiritual trials?
trust God more, grow in faith, humble us (other answers applicable)
What are the 3 stages of temptation
persuasion, attraction, consent
What happened to humanity when Adam sinned?
spiritual death, physical death, corrupt nature (any are acceptable)